🌱 Patch AM: How downtown traffic will change as the new library rises

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Red Flag Warning For Santa Cruz Mountains, Central Coast As Lightning, Strong Winds Expected

Forecasters said there is a 20-30% chance of thunderstorms, with rainfall amounts under 0.15 inches.

🌱 Patch AM: How could Seacliff’s rebuilt campgrounds reshape your neighborhood and coastline?

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Pickleball In Santa Cruz: What To Know Before You Hit The Court

From a brand partner: New to pickleball? Here's a beginner-friendly guide to the rules, gear and local places to play.

🌱 Patch AM: What 100 new educator apartments on Swift Street mean for local schools

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Timber Fire Continues To Grow, Now Consumes Nearly 18,000 Acres

The fire's size grew, and containment shrank slightly Wednesday, authorities said.

🌱 Patch AM: Deadly West Cliff crash renews urgent questions about Santa Cruz coastal safety

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🌱 Patch AM: UC Santa Cruz mourns student killed in West Cliff Drive crash

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🌱 Patch AM: How could Seacliff’s RV campground and beaches be redesigned for resilience?

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🌱 Patch AM: Attorneys move to limit what jurors see in Capitola homicide case.

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Teen Lifeguard And Boy He Rescued Honored At White House After Trump Saw Dramatic Viral Video

Sixteen-year-old lifeguard Ryder Williams and 10-year-old Nathaniel Rai met with President Donald Trump Monday.

Could Waymo Be Coming To Santa Cruz? A Key Step Just Happened

Waymo inches closer to carrying passengers in more Bay Area cities after securing another key California approval.

270 People Lived In Converted Greenhouses While Owners Collected $1M In Rent: DA

The two property owners pleaded no contest to the charges.

Timber Fire Grows To Nearly 3800 Acres, Nonprofit Starts Fundraiser

The fire remained stubbornly 5% contained at that time by midday Wednesday.

Evacuation Warnings Issued After Big Sur Fire Grows To Hundreds Of Acres

A wildfire burning in the Big Sur area of Monterey County has grown to 376 acres Sunday as evacuation warnings went out for some residents.

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Two Teens Arrested In Connection With Santa Cruz Boardwalk Shooting

Santa Cruz police said they arrested two 17-year-old suspects in Ceres, California.

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Trump Wants To Honor Teen Lifeguard After Dramatic Bay Area Beach Rescue

A witness captured video of the 16-year-old battling powerful surf to save a 10-year-old boy.

A Parent's Guide To After-School Activities In Santa Cruz

From a brand partner: Explore local sports, arts, library programs, school-based care and enrichment opportunities for kids.

Watch: Teen Lifeguard Battles Pounding Surf To Save Boy From Drowning At Bay Area Beach

A witness captured the dramatic rescue as a 16-year-old lifeguard fought heavy surf to save a 10-year-old boy from drowning.

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Woman Fatally Stabbed At Bay Area Mall In Random Attack: Police

Police arrested a 19-year-old man and said there is no indication that he knew the victim.

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Suspect In Unprovoked Monterey Stabbing Sought

The victim told investigators an unknown man confronted him while he was walking and attacked him for no apparent reason.

Monterey Rower Smashes Pacific Crossing Speed Records: Report

After 44 days alone on the Pacific, a California river guide reached Hawaii, shattered long-standing ocean rowing records.

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Summer Starts Here In The Santa Cruz Area: 6 Things To Do This Season

From a brand partner: Find festivals, family-friendly fun and community events happening throughout the season.

Where To Watch Soccer's Biggest Summer Tournament In Santa Cruz

From a brand partner: Bars, restaurants and gathering spots where fans can catch the action throughout July.

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Where To Find First Responder Discounts Near Santa Cruz

From a brand partner: Explore local businesses that offer savings and special deals for law enforcement, firefighters and EMTs.

Make It An Active Summer In Santa Cruz: 10 Ways To Get Moving

From a brand partner: Find recreation programs, outdoor adventures and family-friendly activities throughout the area.

Fourth of July In Santa Cruz: Celebrate America's 250th

From a brand partner: Plan your holiday weekend with local events, fireworks displays and community festivities.

Motorcyclist Killed In Fatal Crash In Santa Cruz Mountains

A motorcyclist was killed when he lost control on Empire Grade north of Bonny Doon.

Motorcyclist Injured In Collision On State Highway 9

The two-vehicle collision occurred in northern Santa Cruz County.

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Bay Area Women Identified As Victims Who Died After Being Rescued Off Santa Cruz County Beach

Harshita Nair, 21, and Mahial Sran, 20, were caught by the high tide, according to a Santa Cruz fire captain.

Santa Cruz Volunteers Asked To Send Father's Day Cards To Seniors In Care Facilities

Family Service Agency and I-You Venture are collecting cards and small comfort items for seniors in care facilities.

Women Identified Who Were Swept Into Ocean And Died Near Santa Cruz: Cal Fire

Investigators believe they were sleeping near the opening of a sea cave.

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